2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · WU53 PBY
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 120,528 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,528 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WU53 PBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2026
- 120,528 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WU53 PBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (WU53 PBY) between June 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
WU53 PBY Mileage History
- 20/06/2023114,177 mi
- 07/06/2024116,744 mi+2,567 mi
- 24/06/2025118,449 mi+1,705 mi
- 06/06/2026120,528 mi+2,079 mi
- 06/06/2026120,528 mi
Average of roughly 2,145 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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